Rechenpfennig of Louis XVIII: Nuremberg | Coinantiquariat
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Art. number: 38
Specifications
| Composition | Brass |
| Issuing state | Free imperial city of Nuremberg |
| Undated | Dateless |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Type of Exonumia | Utility items - Counter token, Utility items - coin weight |
| Alignment | Medal |
| Edge | Plain |
| Numistmatic mint source | Nuremberg, Germany |
Description
Rechenpfennig featuring Louis XVIII, meticulously engraved with his dressed bust and accompanied by the inscription 'LOUIS XVIII - ROI DE FRANCE• L'. On its reverse, this token intricately showcases a female figure wielding both sword and scales, emblematic of justice, standing by a temple adorned with fleurs-de-lis. The German legend 'FÜR DIE GERECHTE SACHE', translating to 'For the Just Cause', encircles this scene, enhancing its historical and artistic significance.
Tag: Rechenpfennig, Louis XVIII, Für die gerechte Sache, Numismatic Artifact, ROI DE FRANCE, French Royal Coinage, German Legend Token, Justice Imagery, IETTON, Historical French Token
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